About

About The Cisneros Institute

The Cisneros Institute draws on the intellectual strength of the George Washington University and the resources of the nation’s capital to bring together innovative research and academically-driven leadership development to promote student success and community engagement. 

The Cisneros Institute's signature programming and events help participants of all ages grow into citizen scholars, ready to engage, lead and make a difference in the world. For partners, media and policymakers, the Cisneros Institute is the nexus of scholarship and community engagement, offering data-driven research and analysis that facilitates creative approaches to the most pressing contemporary policy issues.

Mission

At The Cisneros Institute, our goal is to bridge the gap between research and leadership so that communities can thrive. We leverage original research and our signature programming to develop leaders who critically engage with research to better represent the communities they serve. 

Vision

A world where research represents all people and where leaders use research to make better, more informed decisions.